Corporate EHS Manager | Lemont, IL (20% Travel)

Lemont, Illinois Permanent USD100,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
My client is seeking a strategic and hands-on Corporate EHS Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives across multiple manufacturing locations. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on building a proactive safety culture, reducing risk, and driving continuous improvement.
  • Highly visible role - work directly with C-Suite!
  • Build systems from the ground up and set yourself up for growth!

About Our Client

My client is a leading, national manufacturer of packaging products serving top brands in a variety of industries including Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Fragrance, Automotive, and more. They are growing impressively across North America, and as part of a strategic initiative, are hiring for a new Corporate EHS Manager to take ownership of Safety systems/procedures across their business units. This role is for a motivated individual hungry to make a name for themselves within a company that rewards hard work. Apply today!

Job Description

  • Develop and execute a multi-year EHS strategy with clear KPIs and performance tracking
  • Champion a "Safety-First" culture through engagement, training, and leadership influence
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory standards
  • Lead risk assessments, site audits, and hazard mitigation efforts
  • Investigate incidents and near misses; implement corrective actions and prevention plans
  • Partner cross-functionally with operations, HR, and leadership to drive results
  • Design and deliver effective training programs and behavioral safety initiatives (BBS)
  • Regularly visit sites to conduct walkthroughs and reinforce safety standards

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 7-10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience in manufacturing or high-risk environments
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA and regulatory compliance frameworks
  • Proven ability to influence culture and drive change, not just enforce rules
  • Experience leading multi-site safety programs and initiatives
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field
  • CSP, CIH, or similar certification preferred



What's on Offer

  • Base salary $100,000 - $120,000 depending on experience level
  • 3 weeks PTO + 5 days sick time + 1 floating holiday
  • 10 company holidays
  • 401k program with employer match
  • Comprehensive health benefits
Contact
Cameron Heppeler
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7032044

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Health, Safety & Environment
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Lemont
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cameron Heppeler
Job Reference
JN-062026-7032044